2006 Opel Zafira vs. 2007 Opel Antara
To start off, 2007 Opel Antara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 138 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Antara weights approximately 360 kg more than 2006 Opel Zafira.
Because 2007 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Opel Antara (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Zafira. (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Zafira | 2007 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Zafira | Antara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |
